Lavandula stoechas ‘Primavera’
‘Primavera’ Spanish Lavender is a fragrant, sun-loving shrub prized for its vivid purple flower heads topped with decorative “rabbit ear” bracts. These unique blooms appear from spring through summer, adding vibrant color, texture, and fragrance to the garden.
This compact lavender forms a tidy mound of silvery-green foliage that contrasts beautifully with the bright flowers. Growing about 18–24 inches tall and wide, ‘Primavera’ is perfect for containers, borders, herb gardens, and drought-tolerant landscapes.
Like most lavenders, ‘Primavera’ thrives in full sun and fast-draining soil, especially sandy or rocky conditions. Once established, it is drought tolerant and very low maintenance, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens.
Plant Details
Light: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)
Water: Moderate during establishment; low once established
Soil: Fast-draining sandy or rocky soil; slightly alkaline preferred
Height: 18–24 inches
Spread: 18–24 inches
Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–10
Garden Highlights
• Distinctive purple blooms with decorative top bracts
• Fragrant foliage and flowers
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators
• Drought tolerant and low maintenance
• Perfect for containers, borders, and herb gardens
Care Tip: Lightly prune after the first bloom flush to encourage repeat flowering and shape the plant again in late summer to maintain a compact, tidy form.
